YouTube Mom Ruby Franke to Plead Guilty in Child Abuse Case, Blaming Partner for Distorted Morality
YouTube celebrity Ruby Franke, known for her parenting advice channel "8 Passengers," is set to plead guilty to several counts of aggravated child abuse. Franke's attorney claims she was manipulated by her business partner and mental health counselor, Jodi Hildebrant, who also faces charges. Franke's 12-year-old son escaped from Hildebrant's house and reported the abuse to a neighbor. The child was found emaciated and malnourished with open wounds and duct tape on his extremities. Franke's 10-year-old daughter was also found in the same condition. All four of Franke's minor children have been placed in state care. Franke's attorney states that she has been actively engaged in introspection and is committed to taking responsibility for her actions.